Top Sot Korean Restaurant 탑솥 — Restaurant in Buena Park

Top Sot is a true gem for anyone who loves bold, memorable Korean flavors. From the start, the selection of banchan (side dishes) was new and wonderful—each small plate offering something unexpected and exciting without feeling fussy. The real triumph, though, lies in the main courses. The Marinated Soy Sauce Crab (Ganjang Gejang) is extraordinary—sweet, briny, and deeply savory, with a marinade so rich and layered it practically demands an extra bowl of rice to catch every drop. The crab itself is incredibly fresh, its delicate meat soaking up the soy-based flavors to perfection. *The amount of roe in the crab is insane!

Equally impressive is the Spicy Braised Tofu with Beef Brisket. The tofu is soft and flavorful, carrying the gentle heat of the sauce, while the brisket is melt-in-your-mouth tender, adding a hearty richness that makes the broth feel both comforting and special. Attentive service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere complete the experience. Top sot is a place to bring close family and friends for stand out meal(s) reminiscent of traditional Korean...

I saw this place on instagram and wanted to try it out with my boyfriend. I loved the traditional yet elevated interior and the service was very quick and attentive to our needs.

We got the ssam combo with the L.A. galbi and the stir fried pork and they were so delicious paired with the rice that came ready in a steaming pot. The vegetables were fresh and i loved the banchan (side dishes) that we could add to our wraps.

Overall, for the amount of food we had and quality, it was definitely worth the price. I definitely would recommend going with friends and family and I'll be...

Taste of the food was decent but the quantity of food served for the price was extremely disappointing, especially the one-bite banchans and 3 of the 5 being solely green onion based. Not even kimchi was served, which is very rare for a Korean restaurant. There is way too much competition on Beach Blvd to drive all the way to Top Sot for mediocre Korean food. Was very disappointed after all the hype on Instagram. Will not be...